nvy368's review against another edition
5.0
Alexander Freed = best author in the new Star Wars canon. What. A. Book.
Sure it tells a familiar story but he adds something totally different to an already strong story!
Sure it tells a familiar story but he adds something totally different to an already strong story!
wanderlustlover's review against another edition
3.0
Spring 2020 (March);
I had been told to expect to be bowled over with a tear-jerker when I read this, but I can out of it with no tears and surprisingly little new emotion that what had been garnered by the movie itself. I was so engrossed by [b:Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel|29662066|Catalyst A Rogue One Novel (Star Wars)|James Luceno|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1509729394l/29662066._SY75_.jpg|50028005] & [b:Rebel Rising|32617148|Rebel Rising (Star Wars)|Beth Revis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1485379708l/32617148._SY75_.jpg|53203858], with its Galen, Lyra, and Jyn backgrounds richly dug into, that I think I went into this book expecting far more than it could ever give me being a synopsis novel.
I had been told to expect to be bowled over with a tear-jerker when I read this, but I can out of it with no tears and surprisingly little new emotion that what had been garnered by the movie itself. I was so engrossed by [b:Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel|29662066|Catalyst A Rogue One Novel (Star Wars)|James Luceno|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1509729394l/29662066._SY75_.jpg|50028005] & [b:Rebel Rising|32617148|Rebel Rising (Star Wars)|Beth Revis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1485379708l/32617148._SY75_.jpg|53203858], with its Galen, Lyra, and Jyn backgrounds richly dug into, that I think I went into this book expecting far more than it could ever give me being a synopsis novel.
belladistef's review
3.0
3/5, C
Decent read, worth it; interesting to read it having seen the film and understanding what the intention of certain scenes and lines were. Also completely affirms my love for Cassian.
Decent read, worth it; interesting to read it having seen the film and understanding what the intention of certain scenes and lines were. Also completely affirms my love for Cassian.
devyncrago's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
camirwin's review
5.0
Rogue One was one of my favorite Star Wars movies and this novelization was even better. The combination of references to events of Catalyst and Rebel Rising, extra scenes to fill in the gaps of the movie, and the supplemental documents between chapters really improves the impact of the story. Even though I have seen the movie a few times I still found myself tearing up as the dominoes started to fall in the last few chapters.
laurmyfe's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
lali21's review
5.0
Novelizations are always so fun to read. They always, always offer a little more information, emotion, and tidbits that the movies weren't able to show us. That is, of course, the case with this particular novelization.
I absolutely loved Rogue One. When I saw it, something about the film blew my mind. Maybe it was the fact this was a story simply of rebels. Maybe it was the group of strange, random, and unexpected people coming together for one purpose. Maybe, like all Star Wars films show us, it was the story of hope that got to me. So, when I learned there was a novelization, I wanted to get my hands on it as soon as possible. And this novelization did not fail to make me love the story even more than I already did.
We got a little bit more backstory, emotion, and thoughts from the all the characters I had fallen in love with in the movie. It was all welcome, and at the same time, I wish I had more. What was given in the book, though, was perfect, and it was the right amount. Too much would have deviated from the story. Plus, this leaves it open for, hopefully, more novels on the characters in the future. (It may be bias, but I would love to read novels/stories about Cassian and Bodhi. I just want more backstory).
If you enjoy novelizations, and you enjoyed this movie as much as I did, I would most definitely recommend giving this one a read. It will leave you as emotional as the film did (if not more).
I absolutely loved Rogue One. When I saw it, something about the film blew my mind. Maybe it was the fact this was a story simply of rebels. Maybe it was the group of strange, random, and unexpected people coming together for one purpose. Maybe, like all Star Wars films show us, it was the story of hope that got to me. So, when I learned there was a novelization, I wanted to get my hands on it as soon as possible. And this novelization did not fail to make me love the story even more than I already did.
We got a little bit more backstory, emotion, and thoughts from the all the characters I had fallen in love with in the movie. It was all welcome, and at the same time, I wish I had more. What was given in the book, though, was perfect, and it was the right amount. Too much would have deviated from the story. Plus, this leaves it open for, hopefully, more novels on the characters in the future. (It may be bias, but I would love to read novels/stories about Cassian and Bodhi. I just want more backstory).
If you enjoy novelizations, and you enjoyed this movie as much as I did, I would most definitely recommend giving this one a read. It will leave you as emotional as the film did (if not more).
skyhigh_ky's review
5.0
I love Jyn and Cassian so freaking much.
Writing:
I loved the writing! I felt like I could read and watch the whole movie in my head. I liked the pacing.
Characters:
I loved seeing the thoughts behind the actions of the characters. That and Cassian's thoughts 99% of the time being of Jyn made me smile.
Plot:
It's literally just the plot of Rogue One with some more character background and thoughts; it was great.
Writing:
I loved the writing! I felt like I could read and watch the whole movie in my head. I liked the pacing.
Characters:
I loved seeing the thoughts behind the actions of the characters. That and Cassian's thoughts 99% of the time being of Jyn made me smile.
Plot:
It's literally just the plot of Rogue One with some more character background and thoughts; it was great.
peachyclaudia's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0